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Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Serve as Counsel in representing PHFA in Court and Administrative Hearings.

Serve as Counsel in Agency meetings and discussions with Agency constituents and their counsel.

Respond to written and telephone inquiries from business partners, the public and legislators regarding Agency related issues.

Review Agency contracts for form and legality prior to execution by the Agency.

Respond to subpoenas for Agency confidential documents and represent Agency staff subpoenaed for deposition or other testimony.

Prepare civil and criminal referrals for the Chief Counsel for review of Office of General Counsel and the Office of Attorney General.

Anticipate, propose and draft legislative, regulatory and policy language to further implement and/or amend the various statutes which affect the Agency.

Advise and assist the Chief Counsel in analyzing proposals, situation, litigation, and other matters which involve the operations and responsibilities of the Agency.

Advise and counsel the Agency regarding proposed legislation.

Minimum Requirements

Hold a Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school

Be admitted to the Pennsylvania Bar in good standing

At least 3 years of substantive experience in contracts, procurement, or related transactional matters

Experience may be gained in-house, in private practice, or in government  

Strong analytical judgment and the ability to clearly convey legal advice 

Excellent written and oral communication skills 

Attention to detail and organizational discipline

The interpersonal skills necessary to build collaborative relationships with colleagues and clients

Qualifications

Juris Doctor - Law, Law License - Pennsylvania, Relevant experience (3-6 years), Serve as Counsel in representing PHFA in Court and Administrative Hearings.
Serve as Counsel in Agency meetings and discussions with Agency constituents and their counsel.
Respond to written and telephone inquiries from business partners, the public and legislators regarding Agency related issues.
Review Agency contracts for form and legality prior to execution by the Agency.
Respond to subpoenas for Agency confidential documents and represent Agency staff subpoenaed for deposition or other testimony.
Prepare civil and criminal referrals for the Chief Counsel for review of Office of General Counsel and the Office of Attorney General.
Anticipate, propose and draft legislative, regulatory and policy language to further implement and/or amend the various statutes which affect the Agency.
Advise and assist the Chief Counsel in analyzing proposals, situation, litigation, and other matters which involve the operations and responsibilities of the Agency.
Advise and counsel the Agency regarding proposed legislation.
Other duties as assigned

Experience

Relevant experience (3-6 years)

EEO Statement

As an employer, PHFA is committed to having a workforce that is diverse and reflects the residents that it serves. We strive to maintain a workplace where all employees and applicants for employment receive equal opportunities in all aspects of employment. There are numerous policies in place at PHFA to help us honor this commitment.

The Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, family status, gender, national origin, political affiliation, race or religion.

Diversity Statement

PHFA values, honors and commits to the equitable treatment and elimination of discrimination in all forms. We are committed to the diversity of all staff, and in all programs and services offered.